CT estate was originally built for famous aviator and engineer. It’s for sale for $1.3M
A central Connecticut home built in 1927 for a famous aviator and engineer has hit the market.
Located at 1844 Albany Ave. in West Hartford, the house was built for Frederick Rentschler, co-founder of Pratt & Whitney Aircraft. According to its listing, “this property retains much of its original beauty and character, while seamlessly integrating many modern conveniences.”
The Tudor has seven bedrooms and six bathrooms spread out over 5,500 square feet. Sitting on an acre of land, it has many of its original characteristics with moldings, wainscoting, paneled walls, chestnut and pine floors and leaded glass windows.
The foyer is the original wood-paneled room and leads to the living room with a wood-burning fireplace. The main floor has an updated kitchen along with French doors leading out to the terrace. The first floor also contains a library with another fireplace and views over the backyard and pool. The main floor also has a dining room, butler’s pantry, breakfast nook and a mudroom. There is access to the two-car garage next to the kitchen.
The second floor contains the primary suite which has a fireplace, sitting or dressing room, and an updated bathroom with double vanities and a walk-in shower. There are four additional bedrooms, two updated full bathrooms and a laundry or project room on this floor as well.
The third floor has two guest bedrooms along with a full bathroom and attic storage space. The basement has a finished large recreation or playroom with a fireplace and wet bar.
Outside is a in-ground swimming pool and a pool house with a fireplace.
It is listed for $1,295,000 and is represented by Rick Conary of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties.